Ancient Egyptian Sky Goddess Nut and the Milky Way
The ancient Egyptian sky goddess Nut may be a depiction of the Milky Way, according to recent research. Dr Graur, an astrophysicist, discovered alignments between the Milky Way and Nut's body orientations in ancient Egyptian mythology.
Key Points
- Dr. Graur discovered alignments between the Milky Way and Nut's body orientations
- Nut was the goddess of the sky, stars, cosmos, mothers, and astronomy
- Nut's role in the transition of the deceased to the afterlife and bird migration is consistent with other cultures' understanding of the Milky Way
Pros
- Connecting ancient mythology with astronomical observations
- Offering new insights into ancient beliefs
- Highlighting the universal connection of astronomy across cultures